Group psychoeducation for persons with bipolar disorder in Rwanda: a study protocol for a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The efficacy of psychoeducation as an add-on treatment to pharmacotherapy is well documented in treating symptoms and in relapse prevention for persons with bipolar disorder in western countries. Yet, no studies on psychosocial interventions for persons with bipolar disorder have been conducted in a low-income country in Africa.

Aim

To develop a bipolar group psychoeducation program contextualized to the Rwandese setting, and determine its effect on symptom severity, medical adherence, and internalized stigma.

Methods

A culturally adapted guide manual was developed by local mental health professionals, including nurses, psychologists, and medical doctors. In-depth interviews with participants were held prior to and will be held following the intervention to

SUBMITTER: Musoni-Rwililiza E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9716550 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature